38 Royal Palm Ave

Imagine your future oasis on this stunning 900 m2 level block, nestled within Port Hinchinbrook marina. With direct access to the picturesque Hinchinbrook Channel and the world-famous Great Barrier Reef, this fully serviced, build-ready property, complete with a pontoon awaiting your luxury vessel, offers a blank canvas for your dream project.

Set in the charming coastal town of Cardwell, this exceptional site seamlessly blends seaside living with ultimate relaxation. Enjoy tranquil vistas of the Cardwell Range and Hinchinbrook Island, creating a serene backdrop for experiencing the best of Tropical North Queensland.

Surrounded by luxury homes, with new developments underway, this premium location is ideal for building your dream home or a dual-income-producing duplex. Cardwell's growing popularity is drawing visitors from Cairns and Townsville, eager to explore the region's diverse beauty.

Rich in history and currently undergoing a renaissance, Cardwell and the Hinchinbrook area benefit from significant local council investments, including infrastructure upgrades, business precinct renovations, and a state-of-the-art sewerage plant servicing up to 1,500 homes. Modern amenities, such as electric car charging stations and a 5 km foreshore multi-user concrete walkway stretching from Port Hinchinbrook to Coral Sea Park, position the region for growth, attracting new residents and holidaymakers alike.

Perfectly situated between Cairns, 200 km to the north, and Townsville, 160 km to the south, Cardwell serves as the gateway to an adventurer's paradise. Fishing and boating enthusiasts will revel in direct access to some of the finest fishing spots, azure waters, and pristine islands of Tropical North Queensland, right from their private pontoon. Those seeking a more leisurely day can discover the local golf course, a hidden gem amidst picturesque surroundings.

For the more active, nearby bushwalking and hiking trails, including the iconic Thorsborne Trail on heritage-listed Hinchinbrook Island, offer unforgettable journeys through mist-covered mountains, lush rainforests, waterfalls, and white sandy beaches.

With direct sea access and endless possibilities, this is the perfect place to create your personal retreat or investment property.

Key Highlights & Attractions In and Around Cardwell:

• Hinchinbrook Island: The largest Island National Park In Australia
• Cardwell Spa Pools with Its Magical Blue Waters
• Cardwell Forest Drive
• Great Barrier Reef
• Murray Falls
• Historical Sites
• Annual Events & Markets
• Cafes & Restaurants
• Fishing & Boating Paradise
• Cardwell Jetty: A Serene Coastal Oasis
• Cultural Precinct: Blending The Arts and Cardwell's History

Port Hinchinbrook Provisional Priority Development Area was declared on 10 November 2025:

The Queensland Government has declared the Port Hinchinbrook Provisional Priority Development Area (PPDA) – the first in Queensland’s history – to restore the area into a thriving tourism, commercial and residential precinct.

Located near Cardwell in North Queensland, the area is surrounded by Hinchinbrook Island National Park and the Great Barrier Reef Marine Park, boasting ecological treasures and a lifestyle unique to the region.

The PPDA will restore this 140-hectare site by addressing long-standing challenges and unlocking the precinct’s full potential. By resolving complex planning issues, the PPDA will deliver lasting benefits for Port Hinchinbrook, Cardwell and the wider Cassowary Coast region.

https://www.yoursay.edq.qld.gov.au/port-hinchinbrook-ppda